I burned
the substance of my soul
in love for you.
And sacrificed my heart
on the altar
of your desires.

But when
I looked for you
all I found
was the desolation
of my being
and the ashes of my soul.

But as the light
of a new day sparkled
  as newly fallen snow
I found my reason
to continue my faith in you.

So as I heard you
calling my name
I knew at last
that my sacrifice
had been worthwhile
and you were mine.